Siheyuan: Happy life of veteran drivers

"When do you want me?"

Wang Hongtao smiled and touched Yu Shui's head: "How about New Year's Eve?"

"Also, don't worry, Yushui. Brother Tao promises to treat you well in the future. You have everything that others have. He will love our little Yushui all his life..."

Since Yu Shui has already confessed her true feelings to him, Wang Hongtao is no longer bothered by it. He knows that what Yu Shui wants most now is his attitude.

Instead of making excuses and avoiding reality, it is better to just agree to it.

"Yeah!" He Yushui grabbed Wang Hongtao's hand and rubbed it on her face, her face full of happiness.

Looking at He Yushui's well-behaved appearance in his arms, Wang Hongtao couldn't help but increase the strength in his hands and hugged her tighter.

The two hugged each other tenderly for a while, and were reluctant to let go until they vaguely heard the sound of gongs and drums outside.

"Brother Tao, shall we go out? From the sound of the street office, they are almost here."

He Yushui raised her head and spoke softly.

She can only feel at ease in Wang Hongtao's arms. If she had no other choice, she really wouldn't want to leave.

"Let's go. I really don't know what's going on in the advanced courtyard."

"Have a look."

After saying that, Wang Hongtao took the lead and walked towards the central courtyard, and He Yushui followed closely with a smile.

Following behind Wang Hongtao, she felt at ease even if she only saw his back.

After passing through the middle yard, I found that most of the neighbors gathered in the front yard, and three old men, a deaf old lady, and a few people like Sha Zhu who were usually more outgoing stood at the gate to greet us.

Seeing Wang Hongtao coming over, Yi Zhonghai smiled and said, "Xiao Wang, come over here quickly. The people from the subdistrict office will be here soon. Please join us in welcoming them."

"Yeah." Wang Hongtao walked over immediately.

Although he has not moved into the yard for long, he has a very important position in the yard. He has a good reputation and works hard. In addition, he is the driver for the factory director, so the big guys in the yard want to involve him in the affairs of the yard.

To increase face.

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The neighbors around were whispering excitedly.

"Hey, what do you think will be distributed on the street this year?"

"I can't say for sure, but I hope we can get more food. It would be even better if we can get as much as last year."

"I think it's going to be tough. This year's economy is not good and the quota has been cut by 10%. The rewards for advanced workers will probably be discounted as well. It's better not to expect too much."

"Who cares? We'll just take whatever's given to us. It's extra anyway."

"makes sense."

.....

At this time, Yi Zhonghai saw that the people from the street office had already entered the alley, so he coughed:

"Everyone be quiet, the street office is here."

"Old Liu, Old Yan, follow me to the front to greet them."

After a pause, he said, "Xiao Wang, you come too."

……

Director Wang of Jiaodaokou Subdistrict Office came over with a group of staff members, with Yi Zhonghai walking in front. “Happy New Year, Director Wang, and Happy New Year to all the leaders. You have worked hard on this journey in the cold weather.”

"Please come inside quickly!"

The street offices come and go, but Director Wang remains the same. The Director Wang in front of us is a middle-aged woman in her forties or fifties, with neat short hair, a kind face, and a smart and capable demeanor.

"You are too polite, Lao Yi. Giving rewards to advanced courtyard houses is our job, so it is not hard work."

"You've put in a lot of effort this year, haven't you?"

Director Wang first shook hands with Yi Zhonghai, and then praised him:

"To be honest, over the years, your No. 95 Courtyard is the one that gives me the least worry. Other courtyards have had some problems, but your No. 95 Courtyard has not. The surrounding area is famous for its harmony, friendship, and unity among neighbors."

"You are truly worthy of the title of Advanced Siheyuan, and you three masters have made great contributions to this!"

Hearing Director Wang's praise, Liu Haizhong scratched his ears and cheeks anxiously, but he didn't know how to get a word in.

On the contrary, Yan Bugui, who was sitting at the edge, seemed much calmer. The advantage of living in an advanced courtyard house was that it was divided according to the household registration. Although Jie Cheng and Yu Li had not moved out of their home, their household registration had been divided, and their Yan family could get two shares.

I, Old Yan, may not care about being in the limelight, but I must be included when things are distributed.

Yi Zhonghai was most proud at this time, grinning and waving his hands:

"I don't dare to take it seriously."

"Sharing the organization's worries and not causing trouble for the country, isn't that what we, the uncles, should do? But it can't be called a great achievement."

"Let me introduce you, leaders."

"Second uncle Lao Liu, third uncle Lao Yan, I won't say much about these two, everyone knows them."

"I'd like to introduce you to this young man next to me. He is the driver of Deputy Director Li of our steel mill. He became the team leader of the transportation department within less than half a year after joining the factory. Director Li thinks highly of him on a daily basis."

"He has a good reputation in our courtyard, and all the guys of his generation respect him."

"Xiao Wang, Wang Hongtao, he is actually your cousin, Director Wang!"

……

"Hello, Director Wang, and hello, leaders."

Under Yi Zhonghai's introduction, Wang Hongtao stepped forward and shook hands with several street office staff.

"Xiao Wang?"

"Not bad, not bad. He's very good-looking and a capable young man!"

Director Wang already had a good impression of the tall and upright Wang Hongtao, and when he heard that he was a relative, his impression of him became even better.

Wang Hongtao touched his nose and said modestly, "Director Wang, you are too kind. I am just a young man and I don't know anything. I still have a lot to learn."

Director Wang smiled and patted Wang Hongtao on the shoulder. "Why call me Director Wang? It just so happens that we both have the last name Wang, and I'm so much older than you. If you don't mind, just call me Aunt Wang."

"after…."

"Aunt Wang!"

Fearing something unexpected might happen, Wang Hongtao called out "Auntie Wang" before Director Wang could finish his words.

"Haha, you're welcome, kid."

Director Wang was stunned for a moment, then laughed heartily: "Okay, you can call me Auntie Wang and I won't let you down. If you encounter anything you don't understand, or if you encounter difficulties or troubles, just come to the street office to find Auntie Wang."

"As long as it doesn't violate the principles, I'll do it for you!"

"Thank you, Aunt Wang!"

"I will definitely not be polite to you then!" Wang Hongtao said with a flattering smile.

Liu Haizhong was very jealous when he saw this scene. He poked Wang Hongtao and said seriously, "Director Wang was joking with you. How could you take it seriously? Hurry up and apologize to Director Wang!"

“Director Wang… Director Wang, this…” Wang Hongtao scratched his head and acted like a simple and honest person.

Yi Zhonghai turned his head away and couldn't bear to look at it. He thought that Liu Haizhong might be in trouble. This guy was too tactless.

Sure enough, Director Wang frowned when he saw Wang Hongtao's embarrassment: "Master Liu, what are you talking about? Who is joking?"

"Xiao Wang, don't listen to Liu Haizhong. This is our private matter. He, as a big shot, has no say over me."

"If anyone in the courtyard bullies you, just come and tell your Aunt Wang, and she will take care of it for you!"

After saying this, Director Wang glanced at Liu Haizhong, and his meaning was obvious.

Yi Zhonghai suddenly stepped out to make peace when he saw what was happening: "Director Wang, you misunderstood. Old Liu didn't mean that. Besides, no one in our hospital would bully Xiao Wang. Everyone treats him well."

"Right, little Wang?"

"That's right, Auntie Wang. The uncles and aunties in the courtyard are very caring to me." Wang Hongtao said hurriedly, and then he changed the subject, "Auntie Wang, why don't we talk about business first? You must have a lot of things to do during the New Year."

"Look at my brain, it's so confusing!"

Director Wang smiled again when he spoke to Wang Hongtao, then turned his head to Yi Zhonghai:

"Well, Lao Yi, let's talk about business first. This time I came here mainly to present you with the banner of Advanced Siheyuan. In addition, there are some supplies for the New Year, including rice, noodles, and oil."

When the neighbors heard this, they immediately cheered.

Director Wang motioned for everyone to be quiet and continued, "The things are on the carts at the back. Come on, some people, help move them."

Then she looked at Wang Hongtao and said, "Hongtao, you are young and nimble, so come and lend a hand."

"Okay, Aunt Wang, I'll go right away." Wang Hongtao readily agreed and took a few young men with him to move things.

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